HISTORICAL - How you can be too!!

No, the above is not a misspelled word. Today I am going to give you a brief historical view of me (the owner of Ka Nani Essentials) & then I am going to give you an opportunity to be historical as well!!

Did you know that the owner of Ka Nani Essentials was involved in the movie industry for a brief period in the late nineties & early two thousands? Yes it is true. She worked on several big productions & have the paychecks to prove it!!! Productions such as:

1. "Touched By An Angel" - Remember that one? CBS Prime Time I believe.

2. "Cover Me" - FBI agent whose whole family gets involved in fighting crime. Aired on USA.

3. Several big theater movies - "Pool Hall Junkies"..

The list goes on, for a bit. My roles - always a nurse or some medical type person, waitress to name a few. Just have the look for that I guess. Boy did I learn a lot in those days!! It was so fascinating to me & because I was not the pushy "Look at me" Type - I was allowed in places that most people are not. Right on the set w/the crew, actors/actresses! How fun :D

(Don't Worry your chance to be Historical is coming up soon!!)

I also made a lot of friends: Not many autographs - but that's ok - I wasn't there for that. I was there to learn, have fun & meet people. And boy did I!

Which is why I am writing you today......because of time spent in the entertainment world - I met alot of special people, people who had integrity, people who are attempting to make a difference in this field, people who cared, PEOPLE who are still close & dear to my heart!

One such person recently found me on Twitter (See the newest Social Media site does bring results!) :D

Laurence N. Kaldor of Kaliber Films, is an amazing individual who despite huge odds has made a name for himself in the entertainment world. For over 17 years - he has worked in almost every capacity of the industry including as an award-winning producer, actor, writer and editor. Working on projects such as "CSI NY" - (my most favorite show!), "Red Lipstick", & "DayDreamer".

So Mr. Kaldor who has made quite a dent in this crazy sometimes wacky business, but I can attest is one of the most down-to-earth, caring, hugest heart on the planet people I know!! Hasn't let his work go to his head (well too much anyway!!) To read more about him go here:


His latest film "Re-Directing Eddie" is causing quite a stir in the world of giving back and is becoming a household name.

"Redirecting Eddie" is an award winning comedy about love, family, and all that can go wrong for a first time director determined not to "sell out" while fighting to get his movie made. The hilarious cast stars Academy Award nominee Valerie Perrine (Lenny, Superman, Slaughter House Five), Jaid Barrymore, (yeah, Drew's mom), Deirdre Imus (Wife of radio shock-jock Don Imus) and features music by international Pop star Cher, with original music by Dannel Vonn Dillon and Kevin Laurence."


What is absolutely great about this film (This is where you get to be HISTORICAL!!!) is that the proceeds from this movie benefit the Children's Cranial Facial Association (helping kids with Cranial Facial abnormalities) and Stumps R Us (providing amputee support and prosthetics to indigent amputees with those donations ear-marked specifically for amputee children.) "Laurence N. Kaldor, the producer spearheading this charity drive is an amputee and recognizes the significance and importance of every amputee child having a functional prosthetic device."

So my questions to you are these:

1. Do you like Good Entertainment? Entertainment that raises consciousness and communicates uplifting ideals to vast audiences, makes you feel good, movitvates you? If so then you won't regret owning this video visit: http://www.redirectingeddie.com/dvd/



2. Would you like to make a difference in someone's life today - but don't think you have alot to do it with? Then for just a little bit of change you can visit: http://www.redirectingeddie.com/dvd/



I am not making a dime from recommending or promoting "Re-Directing Eddie", I'm just helping a really great friend & simply passing along information, as I know that this might be able to help you establish more faith in the Entertainment Industry - as there are more people out there that are trying to do the right thing than you might realize!!

If you feel the need to help or just want an uplifting story to watch(or know someone who does), please visit http://www.redirectingeddie.com/dvd/


Thank you to all my friends & fans that read this & help or not I know that you will do the right thing by passing this on to someone else who might enjoy it! :D

Sincerely,
Ka Nani Essentials

PS - If you really would like to help & just don't have it right now - Please contact me anyway as I have an EXTRA SPECIAL WAY that you can own this DVD & help out at the same time for a limited time only.

Ka Nani Tweets - January 06

Good Morning to all!! As we get into this a bit more - things will be refined but for now will try to have our Tweets available on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays. Enjoy!!

* 08:39 Good morning Twit World!! I am off to the wilds of horse country to continue my lil one's adventurous riding!! I ♥ Mondays!!! :D

* 19:54 Long day today - just got back from horse riding...will post pics tomorrow.

* 19:54 Thanks to ALL who pushed their buttons & started following me :D It is much appreciated - I will catch up tomorrow.....

* 19:56 @Phenix7d7d - hey maybe that's what I need!! A cup - o - joe ;)

* 20:16 @guykawasaki - I wonder how many of us have a laser sittting around with a few drops of heavy isotope hydrogen? :D

* 06:17 Good Morning - One & All - here's 2 another day......gotta get more coffee ;)

* 06:20 @CCSeed - Great digestable thoughts for the day!! Not too heavy - but not too light - I like it - Thanks for sharing :D

* 06:24 @LilPecan - They wanna feel specials??? Me- I am afraid of DM's right now!! ;D

* 06:28 @Darrellmcnish - hmmm - that sounds divine!!

* 06:30 @KatjaPresnal - HAA lucky you - I had not heard that term before - but I LIKE it Man Plan!!!

* 06:37 @HankEdson - Thanks much for the follow - it is always GREAT to meet the natives of ones area :D

* 06:46 Ka Nani Tweet of the day -Things are pretty, graceful, rich, elegant, handsome, but, until they speak to the imagination, not yet beautiful.

* 06:47 @Bloggeries - Adventure - am moving away frm Security - more & more :D

* 06:49 RT @barefoot_exec GET OVER worrying about WHAT peeps think 'about' you - just make sure they ARE thinking about you!! Nice!!

* 06:51 Quote today brought to you by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Have A Great Day All - Will pop in later!

* 06:58 twitpic.com/105y4 - Why I am in LOVE w/Mondays :D

* 06:59 @Phenix7d7d - most certainly will :D here is why I am in love w/Mondays ;) twitpic.com/105y4 - pretty brave if you ask me :D

* 07:05 @KristenArnold - I wonder how people can do business like that?? Sometimes I think it is a fake message LOL!!


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Ka Nani Tweets

Good Morning All,

While we are waiting for Blogger to catch up with Twitter - this year you can follow what Ka Nani Essentials is doing 3 times per week by coming to our blog & reading our activities. Or by stopping by & following us right on Twitter

Don't be surprised, do laugh at, & DO check in regularly as there will be specials & other things that are only announced on Twitter or our newsletter. So if you wish to stay in the KNOW this year concerning Natural Bathing, Body & Spirit Care - this is the place to bookmark!!

SO without further ado - here is Wednesday's post of Ka Nani Tweets:

* 09:19 @TheAltruistic Good Morning & Thanks much for the invite & follow :D I look forward to getting to know you!!

* 09:21 I wish to say A Very HAPPY NEW YEAR to all my friends across the Pond as I am sure that it is that time over there!! :D

* 09:22 Hey!! Does anyone realize that THIS 2009 is that LAST single digit year for quite some years - another decade perhaps?

* 09:24 @JulieFBT - Great ideas!!! For those of us who have to stay home because of little ones!! :D

* 09:26 Welcome to all my latest followers!! holy kaw!! You have been pouring in & I wish to say THANKS for finding me :D

* 09:28 @ctwebsites - perhaps some seeds would help? :D

* 09:29 @JamiMiami - I'm in!!! Meet ya there ;)

* 09:47 @alphamusic Thank You Much & May Yours Be Blessed as well :D

* 15:11 so excited to start writing my book tomorrow :D

* 20:07 @KyNamDoan - here @ home with lil one in Alameda :D #

* 20:09 Happy New Year - all RT @KyNamDoan - Don't forget to forget to thank your designated drivers tonight!! :D #


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Top Ten Soaps of 2008

It's Official By Sales!!

Here are the 10 most creative & popular soaps bought in 2008.

10. 4.5 oz. Dragonfly Soap - Most Popular color was purple!

09. 7.5 oz. Sea Sponge Soap Bar - Popular aroma - Orange Creamcicle.

08. 4.5 oz. Butterfly Soap - Most popular color - Green

07. 4.0 oz. Coffee Plaid Soap

06. 4.5 oz. Oval Shaped Soap - Most favorite aroma - Berries-N-Cream

05. 4.5 oz. Intentionally Clean Pineapple Soap Bar

04. 4.5 oz. Intentionally Clean Strawberry Scrub Bar

03. 4.0 oz. Signature Tuscany Scrub Bar

02. 4.0 oz. Intentionally Clean Chocolate Heart Soap Bar
(appearing in PINK Magazine 2009 by the way!!)


and the number 1 all time favorite soap of 2008 is..........



Drum roll please.........






01. 4.0 oz. Signature Hanging Loofah Sponge Soap




You heard it here folks - this is how America keeps clean!!!

Until next year remember.........

We clean ALL your dirty spots - Naturally!!

It's Not What You Think.......

The Holiday of Holidays is speeding towards us. The hustle & bustle, the preparations, the fear.....All is coming to a frenzied point ending on December 24th. Or does it?

Well the preparations probably will end.....but the hustle & bustle, why do we notice it so much at this time of year only & not the rest?? The only answer that I can think of is that this time of year adds additional energy to our already hustle & bustled lives & we tend to notice it more. Competition is higher to have the best Christmas Decorations, the most gifts, the best foods & the most ravishing parties.

Last night I was out with my daughter driving around looking at Christmas Lights - walking down the 'Christmas Lane' in our town. As we were headed home....we saw a group walking down the sidewalk, knocking on doors. Alas!! Christmas Caroling is not dead!!!

Life is busy - but if you take life in THIS moment & then the next moment & so forth, it works itself out.

On my way home the other day from an appointment, I was stopped at a red light as I was waiting I noticed a man walking down the sidewalk - haltingly. As I continued waiting for the light to turn, I continued watching when I noticed this man had no shoes, no socks just bare feet. What could I do about this obvious need, in the middle of an intersection? The light changed, but the man hadn't stopped walking & was crossing in the crosswalk against the light. I didn't hurry him by honking my horn, those behind me were doing that for me. As I watched, I said a silent Ho'oponopono for him & me. I asked the Universe to help this one person in the way that he needed the most. My answer?........

He turned & smiled at me.

Kindness does not need to be a big showy gesture. Sometimes it is a small whisper on the behalf of someone else.

This Holiday Season - with all these energies & emotions running about - Let us remember the true spirit of the season with the littlest acts of kindness.

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This time of year is a fun time. One filled with celebrations, parties, gift giving you name it you can do it & probably get away with it!! Well....to a certain point!!

This year Ka Nani Essentials learned of a great way that you can host a party without all the stress & expense that goes with it!! It is fun, hip & brings back a great tradition that has fallen by the wayside just a bit.So go quickly & get your FREE Holiday Hosting Guide here


And then go throw a Wild Party that will leave them talking for months & perhaps start a new tradition in your neck of the woods for next year!!

Happy Holidays!!

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